ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EEE3602 Introduction to Communication Systems Spring 3 0 3 7
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester

Basic information

Language of instruction: En
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. SAEID KARAMZADEH
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. ALKAN SOYSAL
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ECE GELAL SOYAK
Course Objectives: This course aims to examine the basic concepts of communication systems.
Students will be able to define the types of Communication Modulation (AM, DSB, SSB, FM, PM, PAM and, PCM) and define the features of concepts such as sampling, filtering, analog and digital communication systems.

Learning Outputs

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Introduction (Elements of Communication Systems), Signals and Spectra
2. Signal Transmission and Filtering
3. CW Modulation, Sampling and Pulse Modulation
4. Analog Communication Systems, Baseband Digital Transmission

Course Content

This course begins with the explanation of the basic elements of communication systems. Continuous Time and Discrete time signals are mentioned and Fourier analysis is summarized. Signal transmission and filtering are explained. Linear Continuous Wave modulation is explained. It mentions the basic analog modulation types (AM, DSB, SSB, PM and, FM). Sampling is explained and Pulse modulation is introduced. Analog communication systems are examined. Baseband Digital Transmission concept, ADC and DAC systems are introduced.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction (Elements and Limitations of Communication Systems)
2) Line Spectra and Fourier Series
3) Fourier Transforms and Continuous Spectra
4) Discrete Time Signals and the Discrete Fourier Transform
5) Signal Distortion in Transmission
6) Filters and Filtering
7) Modulators and Transmitters
8) Frequency Conversion and Demodulation
9) Phase and Frequency Modulation
10) Transmission Bandwidth and Distortion, Generation and Detection of FM and PM, Interference
11) Sampling and Pulse Modulation (PULSE-AMPLITUDE MODULATION, Pulse-Duration and Pulse-Position Modulation)
12) Analog Communication Systems (Receivers and Multiplexing Systems)
13) Baseband Digital Transmission (Digital Signals and Systems, Digital PAM Signals, Transmission Limitations and PCM)
14) Baseband Digital Transmission (ADC, DAC, DIGITAL MULTIPLEXING)

Sources

Course Notes: A. Bruce Carlson , Paul Crilly, “Communication Systems”, 5th Edition
References: Simon Haykin and Michael Moher, “Introduction to Analog and Digital Communications”, 2th Edition.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance % 0
Laboratory % 0
Application % 0
Field Work % 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) % 0
Quizzes 1 % 20
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Presentation % 0
Project % 0
Seminar % 0
Midterms 1 % 20
Preliminary Jury % 0
Final 1 % 40
Paper Submission % 0
Jury % 0
Bütünleme % 0
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Laboratory 10 20
Application
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class 2 14
Presentations / Seminar
Project 2 10
Homework Assignments
Quizzes 6 20
Preliminary Jury
Midterms 4 26
Paper Submission
Jury
Final 4 38
Total Workload 170

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and electric-electronic engineering subjects; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems. 5
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 5
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues, according to the nature of the design.) 5
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for electrical-electronic engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively. 5
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating engineering problems. 3
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 4
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. 3
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. 4
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility. 2
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 1
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. 3